Description

The Chronicles of Martin Hewitt, Detective is a collection of short stories written by Arthur Morrison in 1907. The book follows the adventures of Martin Hewitt, a private detective who solves various crimes in London during the late 19th century. The stories in the book are narrated by his friend and journalist, Brett. Each story is a standalone case, and the book features twelve different mysteries that Hewitt solves. The cases range from theft and blackmail to murder and kidnapping. Hewitt is depicted as a clever and resourceful detective who uses his intelligence and observation skills to solve the crimes. He is not a typical detective, but rather a man who uses his knowledge of the city and its inhabitants to uncover the truth. The book is written in a style that reflects the time period in which it was written, with a focus on the details of the investigation and the characters involved. The language is formal and descriptive, with a strong emphasis on the setting and atmosphere of each story. Overall, The Chronicles of Martin Hewitt, Detective is a classic collection of detective stories that provides a glimpse into the world of crime-solving in Victorian London. It is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and those interested in the history of detective novels.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.